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Crime
1,057 Police Officers Honoured with Gallantry and Service Medals
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 15 Aug 2026, 05:03 AM
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In a nationwide ceremony, 1,057 police personnel received gallantry and service medals, with the highest number of awardees hailing from Chhattisgarh.
Police officials across the country were presented with gallantry and service medals in a ceremony that recognised their dedication and bravery. A total of 1,057 officers were honoured, underscoring the extensive contribution of law‑enforcement personnel nationwide.
The awards highlighted acts of courage and exemplary service, with a significant concentration of recipients from the state of Chhattisgarh. The event served to acknowledge the efforts of officers who have consistently upheld public safety and law.
The ceremony, attended by senior police leaders and government officials, reinforced the importance of recognising the hard work and sacrifices of police personnel. The medals were distributed in a formal setting, with each awardee receiving a certificate and a commemorative plaque.
The distribution of these medals reflects the ongoing commitment of the police force to maintain order and protect citizens across India. The event also aimed to motivate officers to continue their exemplary service.
The awards were part of a broader initiative to celebrate the contributions of law‑enforcement agencies, ensuring that their achievements receive public recognition.
The awards highlighted acts of courage and exemplary service, with a significant concentration of recipients from the state of Chhattisgarh. The event served to acknowledge the efforts of officers who have consistently upheld public safety and law.
The ceremony, attended by senior police leaders and government officials, reinforced the importance of recognising the hard work and sacrifices of police personnel. The medals were distributed in a formal setting, with each awardee receiving a certificate and a commemorative plaque.
The distribution of these medals reflects the ongoing commitment of the police force to maintain order and protect citizens across India. The event also aimed to motivate officers to continue their exemplary service.
The awards were part of a broader initiative to celebrate the contributions of law‑enforcement agencies, ensuring that their achievements receive public recognition.